Charles de Gaulle International Airport - Flight Information and Guide (CDG)

How to get to Charles de Gaulle International Airport

Paris city centre is approximately 25 km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 45-60 minutes by RER B, slightly longer by taxi depending on traffic, often heavy.

By Car

Visitors arriving by car reach central Paris in approximately 45-60 minutes, depending on traffic.

By Train

The RER B train connects the airport directly to central Paris (Châtelet-Les Halles, Gare du Nord) in approximately 45-50 minutes, with frequent services; ticket roughly 14 euros. Be careful of pickpockets on the line, which is busy with tourists carrying luggage.

By Bus

Roissybus was permanently discontinued at the end of February 2026. Bus alternatives are the Express 9517 service (2.05 euros, but requires a connection at Saint-Denis-Pleyel with metro line 13/14 or RER D) or the Noctilien night buses; for the city centre, RER B remains the most direct link nonetheless.

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Tips The RER B is generally the most economical and predictable way to reach the city centre, but be careful of pickpockets, a known problem on this line; keep your luggage in sight. Alternatively, taxis have a fixed declared fare to Paris depending on the bank (right or left side of the Seine).

Average travel time to CDG

Train45-50 minutes (RER B)

Shuttle bus60-75 minutes (bus)

Taxi / Private hire45-65 minutes (depending on zone)

Parking near Charles de Gaulle International Airport

Official multi-level car parks are located at each terminal with CCTV surveillance. The first 10 minutes are free, then the fee rises quickly for short stays (roughly 0.50€ per minute after the eleventh minute); for longer stays the daily rate is more economical (starting from about 50€/day for Eco parking, reachable by complimentary shuttle) or the weekly rate (roughly 160-213€), both much more convenient than the hourly rate.

How to get to Paris from CDG

By Train

The new unified Paris Région-Aéroports ticket (14€, reduced fare 7€) has replaced the previous dedicated tickets and is valid for any rail journey to/from Paris airports; RER B reaches Gare du Nord in about 35 minutes, central Paris in general in 45-50 minutes.

By Bus

The Roissybus, the historic direct link to Opéra, was definitively discontinued at the end of February 2026. Alternatives: Express bus 9517 (2.05 euros) to Saint-Denis-Pleyel with connection to the centre (Metro 13/14, RER D), or daytime routes 350/351 (2 euros, 60-90 minutes). For the most direct journey to the centre, RER B is still the better choice.

By Taxi

Official taxis apply a regulated fixed fare (arrêté préfectoral), identical by day and by night: 56 euros for the Rive Droite (north of the Seine), 65 euros for the Rive Gauche (south). Baggage included, no surcharge except from the fifth passenger.

Airport transfers you can book in advance

Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.

From CDG to the most sought-after destinations

If you want...	Choose	Approximate cost
Spend the least possible	Daytime bus line 350/351 (60-90 min)	~2€
Arrive as quickly as possible in the center	RER B with Paris Région-Aéroports ticket (35-50 min)	14€ (7€ reduced fare)
Reach an interchange hub without going through Gare du Nord	Express bus 9517 to Saint-Denis-Pleyel	2.05€
Have heavy luggage, a group or a night flight	Taxi at regulated fixed rate	56€ Right Bank / 65€ Left Bank

Charles de Gaulle → Gare du Nord

It's the most convenient stop for those who need to catch a train right away: from here, Eurostar trains depart to London and Thalys/TGV to Northern Europe, and RER B gets you there in about 25 minutes with no changes.

Charles de Gaulle → Latin Quarter

RER B continues past Châtelet to Luxembourg and Denfert-Rochereau, two stops in the heart of the Latin Quarter: convenient for those staying near the Sorbonne without needing to change lines.

Charles de Gaulle → La Défense

There is no direct connection: you must get off RER B at Châtelet-Les Halles and change to RER A towards Saint-Germain-en-Laye/Poissy/Cergy, for a total of about 55 minutes; with heavy suitcases many business travelers prefer taxi.

Charles de Gaulle → Disneyland Paris

The park has its own station at the airport: the direct TGV to Marne-la-Vallée/Chessy takes only 10-15 minutes, an alternative to the 60 minutes of the Magical Shuttle, which however drops you directly at the resort hotels.

Car rental at Charles de Gaulle International Airport

Major international car rental companies have desks in all terminals.

EU citizens only need their national license, plus passport and credit card.

Hotels near Charles de Gaulle International Airport

Charles de Gaulle is 25 km from Paris and the RER B, the most used rail link, takes 35-50 minutes to Gare du Nord and the centre, with carriages often full of tourists with luggage. That is why an airport hotel suits those with a flight before 9, or who arrive late and leave early. Sleeping in the city makes sense when there is a real night to enjoy: at Gare du Nord you board the train, at Châtelet you are already in the heart of Paris. With three terminals far apart, it pays to check which terminal your flight leaves from before booking the hotel.

At the airport

Inside the airport

The Sheraton is inside T2, between halls C, D, E and F, about 100 metres from the TGV station; the Hilton is next to T3, near the CDGVAL station, but with no shuttle of its own.

Best for: Dawn departures and late arrivals, with the bed a few minutes from check-in.

Pros

From T2 you reach the Sheraton on foot, without leaving the building
The Sheraton's rooms are soundproofed, useful for sleeping beneath the runways

Cons

The three terminals are far apart: choose the hotel according to your departure terminal
There is nothing nearby apart from the terminals and the other hotels

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Near the airport link

Gare du Nord

The RER B takes you to Gare du Nord with no changes in 25-35 minutes; the single Paris Région-Aéroports ticket is valid.

Best for: Those leaving or arriving by Eurostar or train for northern Europe who want a direct RER to and from CDG.

Pros

Eurostar, RER B and metro lines 4 and 5 converge on the same hub
A hotel opposite the station eliminates changes with luggage

Cons

The station area is very busy, even in the evening
Street-facing rooms suffer from noise

Recommended hotels

25hours Hotel Paris Terminus Nord Opposite the station, exit 3, with access to Eurostar, RER B and RER E; 237 rooms, some with a balcony over the tracks. View availability

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City centre

Châtelet and Les Halles

The RER B reaches Châtelet-Les Halles in 45-50 minutes with no changes; from there you change for RER A, D and the metro.

Best for: Visits on foot among the Louvre, Notre-Dame and the Marais, with the RER B direct from the terminal.

Pros

The station is a minute from the hotel, with 5 metro and RER lines
The Louvre, Notre-Dame and La Samaritaine are within walking distance

Cons

The RER B is crowded and it is wise to keep an eye on your luggage
To return to the terminal you need line changes: better not to leave at the last minute

Recommended hotels

Novotel Paris Les Halles A one-minute walk from Châtelet station, served by RER A, B, D and four metro lines; the Louvre and Notre-Dame on foot. View availability

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Airport services

This hub is Air France's primary base and one of Europe's busiest, offering connections to virtually every continent.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free area ranks among Europe's largest, offering an extensive selection of perfumes, fashion, and French gourmet products including champagne and foie gras.

Lounges & relaxation

The lounge offer at Charles de Gaulle is mostly airline-based: Air France has lounges in 2E, 2F and 2G, many with spa treatments, while Terminal 1 has Qatar Airways, Lufthansa and Star Alliance and Emirates is in 2C. For those not flying premium class there are the Extime lounges, paid, in Terminal 1 and between 2B and 2D. Priority Pass is valid only at the YotelAir in 2E, for non-Schengen flights.

lounges: 13
with Priority Pass: 1
paid entry: from €95
open 24 hours: 1

Which lounge to choose: full comparison

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal area. Operators Orange, SFR, and Bouygues Telecom maintain kiosks for local SIM cards in all terminals.

Families & Children

Beyond family assistance services, the terminal provides play areas for children.

Terminal guide

The three terminals (1, 2, 3) are connected by CDGVAL shuttles: always check which terminal your flight departs from, as terminal transfers can take 20-30 minutes. From check-in to gate you typically walk 15-25 minutes.

During peak hours security controls take longer: for international flights it's wise to arrive 3 hours in advance.

Map of Charles de Gaulle International Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. How do you get to Paris from Charles de Gaulle?

By RER B train, which connects the airport directly to the centre (Gare du Nord, Châtelet) in about 45-50 minutes; watch out for pickpockets, a known issue on this line that's heavily used by tourists.

Q. Does Charles de Gaulle have several terminals?

Yes, three main terminals (1, 2, 3) linked by CDGVAL shuttles: always check which one your flight uses, since moving between terminals can take 20-30 minutes.